Book Description | A Tropical Dependency is a historical book written by Flora Louisa Shaw in 1905. The book provides an outline of the ancient history of the Western Sudan and an account of the modern settlement of Northern Nigeria. It covers the period from the early civilizations of the Sudanese region to the arrival of European colonizers in the late 19th century. Shaw's work is a comprehensive analysis of the political, social, and economic conditions of the region, including the role of Islam in the region and the impact of British colonization. The book also discusses the various tribes and ethnic groups that inhabited the region and their customs and traditions. Shaw's writing style is descriptive and detailed, providing readers with a clear understanding of the complex history of the Western Sudan. The book is an important resource for scholars and historians interested in the history of Africa and the impact of colonialism on the continent. Overall, A Tropical Dependency is a valuable contribution to the field of African history, providing readers with a comprehensive and detailed account of the Western Sudan's ancient history and modern settlement.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work. |